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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 Video Game Releases
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011
Don’t worry Harry Potter fans, the film’s magic is not over yet. Fans can now step into their favorite character’s shoes and face Voldemort for a final time, thanks to the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 video game by Electronic Arts Inc. and Warner Bros. Interactive. The game allows fans to experience what they saw on screens in the final movie installment.
For the first time, players can assume the role of their favorite wizard heroes—such as Harry, Hermione, Ron, Ginny, Seamus, Neville, Molly Weasley, and Professor McGonagall—in the final battle of Hogwarts. The player’s mission in the game is to find and destroy the remaining Horcruxes to defeat Voldemort. The enhanced game play features an all-new spell casting mechanic and intuitive cover system, which makes dueling seem even more realistic for players.
Players also have the chance to break into the high security vaults of Gringotts Bank, escape Fiendfyre in the Room of Requirement, and battle Voldemort’s allies as they defend Hogwarts.
The game is available now for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Wii, Nintendo DS, and Windows PC.
Tags: Ginny, Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 video game, Hermione, hogwarts, McGonagall, Molly, Neville, Ron, Seamus, spells, Voldemort
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
Harry Potter Makes a Pit Stop in NYC
Thursday, March 17th, 2011
Harry Potter fans in New York City can soon experience the magic of Hogwartz with a new exhibition at Discovery Times Square, set to open April 5. Harry Potter: The Exhibition is a 14,000-square-foot event where visitors can view the craftsmanship behind the authentic costumes and props, including artifacts inspired by those in sets such as the Great Hall, Hagrids Hut, and the Gryffindor common room.
The exhibition, which was developed in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Global Experience Specialists, Inc. (GES), made its world premiere in Chicago in April 2009 before traveling to other cities. New York City is serving as the final North American destination before going international.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at DiscoveryTS.com, at the Discovery Times Square box office (226 West 44th Street), or by calling (866) 987-9692.
Tags: Discovery Times Square, Harry Potter, Harry Potter: The Exhibition, Hogwartz
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
Harry Potter Licensees Announced for Upcoming Movies
Wednesday, October 20th, 2010
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) has announced its licensing roster so far for the upcoming feature films Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 and Part 2, in theaters November 19 and July 15, 2011 respectively.
Coinciding with the release of Part 1, Lego will debut an array of Lego Harry Potter construction sets, including Hogwarts Castle, Freeing Dobby, Quidditch Match, Hagrid’s Hut, The Burrow, and Hogwarts Express. Other licensees include The Noble Collection (wands, chess sets, high-end sculpts), Tomy, Panini, DeAgostini, Hasbro, Rubie’s Costume Co., Artbox Entertainment, Gentle Giant, Giant Merchandising, Jibbitz, BioWorld Merchandising, Inc., Hallmark, Andrews McMeel Publishing, Tonner Doll, and more.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 marks the first part in the final chapter of the series. Directed by David Yates from a screenplay by Steve Kloves (based on the book by J.K. Rowling), the movie is produced by David Heyman, David Barron, and Rowling.
Tags: Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Lego, Warner Bros., Warner Bros. Consumer Products
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Costume Changes Continue for Warner Bros. Consumer Products
Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) and Rubie’s Costume Co. (RCC) have announced that they have renewed their global licensing contract. The agreement gives RCC the right to continue producing costumes based on Warner Bros. products, which it’s held since 1999.
RCC’s contract with WBCP includes the North American, Oceanic, Middle Eastern, Asian, and various other markets, with products ranging from franchises such as DC Comics super heroes and Harry Potter, to The Lord of the Rings and The Wizard of Oz.
Tags: DC Comics super heroes, Harry Potter, Rubie's Costume Company, The Lord of the Rings, The Wizard of Oz, Warner Bros. Consumer Products
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
Warner Bros. Signs New Deals for Harry Potter, Expands Looney Tunes Program
Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) has announced licensing agreements with Creative Imaginations and The Noble Collection in anticipation of the upcoming theatrical releases Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Part 2. The Noble Collection will expand its collection of Harry Potter merchandise by adding 40 new wands, including wands used by each and every character in the Harry Potter film series, bringing the total wand collection to more than 60.
The Noble Collection, who worked closely with the Harry Potter film production team to ensure that the products are authentic and true to the films, will have approximately 200 Harry Potter products, including wands, jewelry, chess sets, and other collectibles. The products will be available by the end of the year at www.noblecollection.com.
WBCP also signed a two-year licensing deal with Creative Imaginations. The company, which provides custom manufacturing of scrapbook products via licensed artist and brand designs, will create a new line based on the Harry Potter films, including scrapbooking paper, stickers, albums, kits, autograph books, embellishments, and more.
Tags: Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore, Creative Imaginations, Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Looney Tunes, The Looney Tunes Show, The Noble Collection, Warner Bros., Warner Bros. Consumer Products
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
Harry Potter Park Will Open This Spring
Monday, March 8th, 2010
Although Universal has not announced an exact date, the new Harry Potter theme park in Orlando, Fla., has been scheduled to open this spring.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will include rides for thrill seekers, such as “Dragon Challenge,” and more family orientated attractions such as “Flight of the Hippograff.” The park will also include themed shops and restaurants inspired by the Harry Potter series, such as “Honeydukes,” which sells chocolate frogs, and a British themed restaurant named “Three Broomsticks.” Above is the first picture of the Hogwarts Express in Hogsmeade Station.
The official website for the Harry Potter park allows users to take a virtual tour of the park, using a combination of real-life and computer-generated images to show what the park will look like when it is completed.
Tags: Harry Potter, Universal, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
LEGO to Release Harry Potter Sets and Games
Friday, February 19th, 2010
As the anticipation for the theatrical release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (November 19) builds, LEGO is partnering with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to release new construction sets and games based on the property.
Based on the stories and characters of the Harry Potter films, the new line includes six construction sets featuring iconic scenes and locations. The sets–which include the Hogwarts Castle, Hagrid’s Hut, Hogwarts Express, and Quidditch Match–will be available in October and feature decorated minifigures, such as Bellatrix, Lestrange, and Luna Lovegood.
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Tags: Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter, Lego, Warner Bros.
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
Tomy Europe Named Regional Master Toy Licensee for Harry Potter
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Warner Bros. Consumer Products has appointed Tomy Europe as the new regional master toy licensee for the upcoming Harry Potter two-part movie. As part of the three-year licensing deal, Tomy Europe will develop a range of action figures, games, electronic toys, and role-play items for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, which will be released as a two-part series in November 2010 and July 2011. The agreement will cover the UK and Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Tags: Harry Potter, Tomy Europe, Warner Bros.
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